Pete-
I do like my toy. The lid is not hinged, but then again you never know what level you'll be puting it on (base or spacer). Although you've got me thinking about a bracket on the side...The main regret I had with it I fixed with my adaptation above. The side tray is nice but the "wood" is not holding up to the weather. You could easily rig up your own. The access door for the wood/water try is a bit difficult to use but it works. I reccomend the 7-in-1 style for the versatility. Of course I went with stainless!!

Nah, this isn't that unusual, I'm really surprised that nobody seen these before actually. Its a nice tool. Cooks great, works great. But if you already have the 7 items as seperates there's really no need. But a chili grill on the other hand...HA

I also have the Masterbuilt 7 in 1 cooker but I got mine through Cabelas. I also got the stainless one. I have had mine for about 2 years now and it is great. I also bought a electric eIement so it is electric too. Masterbuilt has a new line of cookers on their website that look pretty good.